Seismic performance assessment of confined masonry construction at component and structure levels
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DOI: 10.1007/s10518-018-0468-8
Abstract: There are different techniques for masonry construction. Among these, confined masonry (CM) buildings may be regarded as an upgrade for unreinforced masonry (URM) buildings, which is the most common type. In Turkey, URM construction has… read more here.
Keywords: construction; masonry construction; confined masonry; masonry ... See more keywords
Seismic behavior of confined masonry walls subjected to freeze-thaw cycles
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.07.104
Abstract: Abstract This paper presented a systemic research evaluating the seismic behavior of confined masonry walls subjected to different freeze-thaw cycles (FTC). The seismic behavior of frost-damaged confined masonry walls was related to the mechanical properties… read more here.
Keywords: seismic behavior; masonry walls; confined masonry; masonry ... See more keywords
The effect of shear-moment interaction on the shear strength of confined masonry walls
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.120087
Abstract: Abstract It is hypothesized that the shear strength due to tension in confined masonry walls is caused by lateral deformation, regardless of the force that causes the deformation: shear, a moment or a combination of… read more here.
Keywords: moment; shear moment; shear strength; masonry walls ... See more keywords
Experimental and numerical evaluation of confined masonry walls retrofitted with engineered cementitious composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2020.110249
Abstract: Abstract This study presents experimental and numerical research on the in-plane behavior of unreinforced confined masonry walls retrofitted using engineered cementitious composite (ECC) coatings. The experimental results, obtained from cyclic loading tests, demonstrated that this… read more here.
Keywords: walls retrofitted; masonry walls; confined masonry; experimental numerical ... See more keywords
Lateral in-plane seismic response of confined masonry walls: From numerical to backbone models
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2020.111098
Abstract: Abstract Confined masonry (CM) is a widely used solution for buildings in developing countries and has potential for worldwide application when considering its economic and constructive advantages. Although a large background of experimental testing of… read more here.
Keywords: seismic response; confined masonry; lateral plane; plane seismic ... See more keywords
Experimental Study on Seismic Strengthening of Confined Masonry Walls Using RPC
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DOI: 10.1155/2019/5095120
Abstract: Masonry structures without effective reinforcement are vulnerable to seismic excitation. An innovative strengthening technique was proposed for damaged and undamaged masonry walls. Six confined masonry units with two aspect ratios were tested under in-plane lateral… read more here.
Keywords: experimental study; strengthening; masonry walls; confined masonry ... See more keywords
Experimental Behavior of Confined Masonry Walls Rehabilitated with Reinforced Mortar Jacketing Subjected to Cyclic Loading
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings13051314
Abstract: Results of an experimental program of 13 confined masonry walls rehabilitated with different techniques are presented. All specimens were built to full-scale with an aspect ratio (height to length) of 1. Vertical confining elements of… read more here.
Keywords: masonry; confined masonry; walls rehabilitated; masonry walls ... See more keywords
Structural Performance of Energy Efficient Geopolymer Concrete Confined Masonry: An Approach towards Decarbonization
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DOI: 10.3390/en16083579
Abstract: Geopolymer concrete is preferred over OPC due to its use of energy waste such as fly ash, making it more sustainable and energy-efficient. However, limited research has been done on its seismic characterization in confined… read more here.
Keywords: geopolymer concrete; energy efficient; concrete; confined masonry ... See more keywords